Kendra Ford, BSN, RN
3501 Junius St. Dallas,TX
Summary
Compassionate multi-year registered nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment, emergency care, and pain management. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, and ability to work effectively in team settings. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Microvascular, Reconstructive/Plastics, ENT, Bariatric, Oral Surgery, etc.
Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Provided care to patients admitted for medical/surgical complications; monitored and treated patients from the OR postoperatively
- Managed care from admission to discharge including but not limited to wound care, dressing changes, ostomy care, drain care, PICC lines, parenteral and enteral nutrition
- Handled tracheostomies, laryngectomies, medical tissue flaps, NG tubes, catheters, and unexpected surgical complications
- Updated physicians and other departments of patient status based on thorough assessments and patients' needs
- Managed patient's pain using pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions
- Managed patient emergencies promptly informing physicians of any vital changes of patients and documenting information
- Executed daily goals and care plans for up to 5 surgical patients during a 12-hour evening shift
- Understanding of medical/surgical terminology and anatomy & physiology
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills while working with a variety of different departments
- Maintained confidentiality and professionalism in a fast-paced work environment
- Knowledgeable on EMR systems and Outlook programs
- Employed new knowledge from learning opportunities to better patient care
Registered Nurse--Gynecology Clinic
Parkland Hospital
Dallas, TX
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Assessed, organized, and provided nursing care to patients in accordance with physician instructions and protocols
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with physicians, providers, patients, and fellow employees
- Observed, recorded signs of changes in patients conditions or behavior, and reported any changes of patients' conditions to the appropriate provider
- Administered medication via PO or intramuscular route; Experienced in accessing, flushing and lab draws from ports and central lines
- Administered IV, PO, and injections for oncology patients in Parkland’s infusion clinic daily
- Counseled and educated patients and their families in regards to their treatment plan
- Served as preceptor to new employees and as Charge Nurse on rotation
- Responsible for assigning shifts based on clinic needs and staff experience, addressing patient difficulties and disputes, handling staff and patient emergencies, answering phone calls, distributing critical results and messages to nurses and physicians, as well as linking patients to support networks
- Oversees and directs the day-to-day functions of the clinic staff to insure compliance, efficient workflow, and patient satisfaction
Registered Nurse-Gynecology Surgery, Women's Med/Surg and Oncology
HCA Medical City in Dallas
Dallas, TX
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Delivered high quality care for 4-6 medical/surgical patients with post-operative procedures such as GI, GU, vascular, postpartum, and gynecology
- Monitored post-op vitals and I&Os, managed PCAs, set up IV fluids and antibiotic treatment, implemented post-op orders, and oriented patient to the floor
- Assisted patients with recovery and pain management after surgery
- Performed admission assessments on patients admitted from the ER; complex wound care; monitored various drainage devices; maintained central line and peripheral IV access
- Utilized strong nursing assessments to prioritize care
- Maintained, cleaned, emptied, discontinued, and placed Foley catheters
- Administered IV therapy
- Assessed for post-op bleeding, externally or internally, via peripad counts or incision monitoring
- Collaborated daily with surgeons, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and other allied staff
- Monitored and responded to critical changes in the patient's condition
- Notified physician for immediate treatment
Registered Nurse-General Med/Surg
Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas, TX
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Used clinical reasoning to develop, implement, and evaluate appropriate nursing care
- Strong patient assessment to determine and prioritize patient care
- Assessed patient's needs to help with transition through healthcare encounters
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate and deliver high quality care
- Responded to critical situations in a fast-paced environment
- Provided compassionate care to help relieve patients' fears and concerns
- Utilized strong communication skills to explain procedures and conditions understandable
- Monitored, documented, and communicated patients’ conditions in clinical documentation systems
- Administered IV therapy
- Experienced in telemetry monitoring and reading ECG rhythms
- Awarded 'Spotlight of the Month' for teamwork skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Belton, Texas05.2020
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Confidentiality
- Clinical Judgement
- Time Management
- Organization
- Strong Work Ethic
- Compassionate Care
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Microvascular, Reconstructive/Plastics, ENT, Bariatric, Oral Surgery, etc.
Baylor University Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse--Gynecology Clinic
Parkland Hospital
07.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse-Gynecology Surgery, Women's Med/Surg and Oncology
HCA Medical City in Dallas
06.2021 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse-General Med/Surg
Baylor University Medical Center
06.2020 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
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